cmm

## Defining Probes

The first step in CMM programming is to define the probes to use during the inspection process. You must have created and/or loaded a probe file for a new measurement routine before you can begin the measurement process. You can accomplish little in a measurement routine until you load the probe.

PC-DMIS supports a wide variety of probe types and calibration tools. It also offers a unique method for calibrating a Renishaw PH9 /PH10 wrist. The tools that you use to define your probe and calibrate it are in the Probe Utilities dialog box. To access this dialog box, select Insert | Hardware Definition | Probe. For information on the options in this dialog box, see "Understanding the Probe Utilities Dialog Box" in the PC-DMIS Core documentation.

You can also use the PC-DMIS Probe Wizard to define your probe. To access the Probe Wizard, click the ProbeWizard button () on the Wizards toolbar.

More:

Defining a Contact Probe

Defining Star Probes

Defining Hard Probes

Calibrating Probe Tips

SP600 Calibration Information

SP600 Calibration Procedures

Working with Temperature Sensors

Using Separate Deviations for Discrete and Scan Measurements